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Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Black
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| Camcorder |
With its primary focus on video, the Camcorder offers you a device that you can fully rely on when it comes to extensive video recording sessions in a variety of scenarios. | ||
| Bridge Camera |
For a lot of people, the Bridge camera is the perfect solution as it combines the portability of a compact camera while offering the full capability of a DSLR. | ||
| Basic Skill Level (Photo) |
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Canon PowerShot SX60 HS camera would suit you adequately. |
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Sony HDR-CX900 camera would suit you adequately. | |
| Basic Skill Level (Video) |
Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Canon PowerShot SX60 HS video camera should be sufficient for your needs. |
Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Sony HDR-CX900 video camera should be sufficient for your needs. | |
| Intermediate Skill Level (Video) |
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The PowerShot SX60 HS is very accessible which makes it suitable for this. |
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The HDR-CX900 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this. | |
| Everyday Life Photography |
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the PowerShot SX60 HS is an easy recommendation for this. |
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the HDR-CX900 is an easy recommendation for this. | |
| Events Photography |
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the PowerShot SX60 HS. |
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the HDR-CX900. | |
| Sports Photography |
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from. |
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. | |
| Underwater Photography |
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Canon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater. |
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Sony, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater. | |
| Travel |
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the PowerShot SX60 HS is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*} |
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the HDR-CX900 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*} | |
| Live Streaming |
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Canon provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this. |
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Sony provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this. | |
| Event Videos |
For those special occasions, this Canon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording. |
For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording. | |
| Home Videos |
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS is a great companion to have. |
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony HDR-CX900 is a great companion to have. | |
| Vlogging |
Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 5.760 x 4.290 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables. |
Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 13.2 x 8.8 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables. | |
| Slow Motion Videos |
Slow motion recordings add an extra dimension of fun and entertainment. This camera comes with an in-built setting that enables this mode. |
Slow motion recordings add an extra dimension of fun and entertainment. This camera comes with an in-built setting that enables this mode. | |
| Wildlife Photography |
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs. |
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs. | |
| Landscape Photography |
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Canon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. |
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Sony has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. | |
| High FPS Videos |
If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions. |
If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions. | |
| WiFi Connectivity |
Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi. |
Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi. | |
| Professional Looks |
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look. |
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look. | |
| Regular Looks |
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way. | ||
| Bluetooth Connectivity |
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Technical Specifications
| AC Adapter Included | Yes | Yes | |
| Analog Signal Format System | NTSC, PAL | - | |
| Aperture Priority AE | Yes | Yes | |
| Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.4-6.5 | 2.8-4.5 | |
| Audio Formats Supported | AAC | AVCHD, LPCM | |
| Auto Exposure (AE) Lock | Yes | - | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes | |
| Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus | - | |
| Batteries Included | - | Yes | |
| Battery Capacity | 920 mAh | - | |
| Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 340 shots | - | |
| Battery Technology | - | Lithium | |
| Battery Type | NB-10L | NP-FV50 | |
| Bitrate At Maximum Video Resolution | - | 50 Mbit/s | |
| Built-in Display | Yes | Yes | |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | - | |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes | |
| Built-in Speaker(s) | - | Yes | |
| Cables Included | - | HDMI | |
| Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, UHS-I | SD, SDHC, SDXC | |
| Camcorder Tape Type | - | N | |
| Camcorder Type | - | Handheld camcorder | |
| Camera File System | DPOF 1.1 | DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, MPF | |
| Camera Shutter Speed | - | 0.0001 - 0.125 s | |
| Camera Type | Bridge camera | - | |
| Charging Source | - | AC | |
| Closest Focusing Distance | - | 0.01 m | |
| Combined Zoom | 260 x | - | |
| Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC | MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC | |
| Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes | - | |
| Depth | 114.3 mm | 196 mm | |
| Digital Zoom | 4 x | 160 x | |
| Diopter Correction | Yes | - | |
| Disc Types Supported | - | N | |
| Display | LCD | LCD | |
| Display Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 | |
| Display Diagonal | 3 " | 3.5 " | |
| Display Resolution (numeric) | 922000 pixels | 92100 pixels | |
| Effective Megapixels (movie) | - | 14.2 MP | |
| Electronic Viewfinder | Yes | - | |
| External Flash Connector | Yes | - | |
| Face Detection | Yes | Yes | |
| Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/2000 s | - | |
| Field Of View | 100 % | - | |
| Flash Exposure Compensation | Yes | - | |
| Flash Exposure Correction | ±2EV (1/3 EV step) | - | |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization | - | |
| Flash Range (tele) | 1.8 - 3 m | - | |
| Flash Range (wide) | 0.5 - 5.5 m | - | |
| Flash Recharging Time | 10 s | - | |
| Focal Length Range (f-f) | 3.8 - 247 mm | 9.3 - 111.6 mm | |
| Focus | TTL | - | |
| Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual | - | |
| Handheld Remote Control | - | Yes | |
| HD Type | Full HD | Full HD | |
| HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | - | 1 | |
| HDMI (Mini) Ports Quantity | 1 | - | |
| HDMI Connector Type | Mini | - | |
| HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes | Yes | |
| Headphone Output Type | - | 3.5 | |
| Headphone Outputs | - | 1 | |
| Height | 92.6 mm | 83.5 mm | |
| Image Formats Supported | JPG, RAW | DCF, Exif, MPF | |
| Image Processor | - | BIONZ X | |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 | - | |
| Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 5.760 x 4.290 mm | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | |
| Image Stabilizer Type | - | Optical | |
| ISO Sensitivity | 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500, 3200, Auto | - | |
| ISO Sensitivity (max) | 3200 | - | |
| ISO Sensitivity (min) | 100 | - | |
| Light Exposure Control | Program AE | - | |
| Light Exposure Correction | ± 3EV (1/3EV step) | - | |
| Light Exposure Modes | Manual | Auto, Manual | |
| Light Metering | Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot | - | |
| Live stream capable | 1 | 1 | |
| Macro Focusing Range (tele) | 0 - 0.5 m | - | |
| Manual Exposure | Yes | Yes | |
| Manual Focus | Yes | Yes | |
| Maximum Aperture Number | 6.5 | 4.5 | |
| Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 1365 mm | 348 mm | |
| Maximum Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels | 5968 x 3352 pixels | |
| Maximum Memory Card Size | 32 GB | - | |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | 1920 x 1080 pixels | |
| Megapixel | 16.1 MP | - | |
| Memory Slots | 1 | - | |
| Microphone In | - | Yes | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Mono | |
| Minimum Aperture Number | 3.4 | 2.8 | |
| Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 21 mm | 29 mm | |
| Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 30 fps | - | |
| Multi-shot | Yes | - | |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes | Yes | |
| Normal Focusing Range | 0 - ∞, 1.8 - ∞ m | 0.01 - 1 m | |
| Normal Focusing Range (tele) | 1.8 - ∞ m | - | |
| Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 | 1 | |
| On Screen Display (OSD) Languages | ARA, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR, VIE | - | |
| Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 % | - | |
| Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F | - | |
| Optical Zoom | 65 x | 12x x | |
| Photo Effects | 1 | - | |
| PictBridge | Yes | - | |
| Power Source Type | Battery | - | |
| Product Colour | Black | Black | |
| Scene Modes | Candlelight, Fireworks, Night, Night landscape, Portrait, Snow | Beach, Dawn, Dusk, Fireworks, Landscape (scenery), Night, Portrait, Snow, Spotlight | |
| Scene Modes Present | Yes | Yes | |
| Self-timer | - | Yes | |
| Self-timer Delay | 2, 10 s | 10 s | |
| Sensor Format | Cropped | Cropped | |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS | |
| Shooting Modes | Auto, Movie, Scene | - | |
| Shutter Priority AE | Yes | - | |
| Slow-Mo Capable | 1 | 1 | |
| Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 15 s | - | |
| Smile Detection | Yes | - | |
| Stabilizer | Yes | Yes | |
| Still Image Resolution(s) | 4608 x 34564608 x 30724608 x 25923456 x 34563264 x 24483264 x 21763264 x 18322768 x 34562448 x 24482048 x 15362048 x 13681952 x 24481920 x 10801536 x 15361232 x 1536640 x 480640 x 424640 x 360480 x 480384 x 480 | 5968 x 33525024 x 28244464 x 33523760 x 28241920 x 1080640 x 480 | |
| Supported Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 4:5, 16:9 | 4:3, 16:9 | |
| Total Megapixels | 16.8 MP | 20.9 MP | |
| Touchscreen | - | Yes | |
| Tracking Focus | 1 | 1 | |
| USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity | - | 1 | |
| USB Charging | - | Yes | |
| Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes | Yes | |
| Video Formats Supported | AVC, H.264, MP4, MPEG4 | AVC, AVCHD, H.264, MP4, MPEG4 | |
| Video Recording | Yes | Yes | |
| Video Resolutions | 320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels | 1280 x 720, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels | |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | - | |
| Weight | 607 g | 790 g | |
| Weight (including Battery) | 650 g | - | |
| White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Shade, Tungsten | Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, Push | |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes | |
| Wi-Fi Standards | - | b/g/n | |
| Width | 127.6 mm | 81 mm | |
| Wind Filter | - | Yes |
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